Electrical Technology: Associate in Applied Science (AAS) (4750)

Many individuals enjoy working with their hands and not sitting behind a desk. If this is you and you gravitate towards do-it-yourself projects and electrical work, our Electrical Technology Program is ultimately YOURS.

The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree will prepare you with the essential knowledge and skills to apply for various job positions in the electrical field.

What can I do with this in the workforce?

While many individuals may be interested in the field, those who pursue it often possess certain skills:

Ability to work independently of supervision

Desire to work outside of an office environment

Detail-oriented

Good hand and eye coordination

Motivation to work with their hands

Sense of pride in their work

Strong problem-solving skills

Roles in the workforce include:

Commercial service technician

Electrical-equipment repair technician

Electrical estimator

Electrical system designer

Electrical system installer

General electrician

Maintenance technician

Renewable energy technician

Residential service technician

Work-team supervisor

What is the average salary?

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What is HACC’s program like?

Our hands-on program focuses on residential and commercial construction and maintenance applications. You will gain first-hand experience through laboratory exercises in the operation of electrical systems through fusion-splicing, mock wiring of commercial and residential systems. You also may select courses from technology areas to meet your career goals within the industry.

Our courses cover such topics as:

Blueprint reading

Business ethics and law

Electrical theory

Residential and commercial wiring

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) safety

National Electrical Code (NEC)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety

Small business development

After completing our Electrical Technology Program, you will be able to:

Demonstrate a variety of technical skills in the electrical field

Recognize and practice safe and healthy work procedures

Perform basic electrical mathematical calculations

Properly and safely handle electrical tools and materials

Read and interpret blueprints necessary for specified installations

Interpret the National Electric Code and use it in specific applications

Demonstrate procedures used in residential, commercial and industrial electrical construction

Wire complex motor and control circuits

Install, maintain and repair automated electrical systems

Solve complex problems of circuit design and analysis

Troubleshoot equipment and demonstrate proper repair procedures

What classes will I take?

View summaries of every course at HACC by browsing our class schedules database.

Review our program guide (pdf) to view a list of required courses, recommended course sequencing and program competencies.

Browse our advising checksheet (pdf), which is also an excellent tool to help you personalize your course load each term and manage your overall advancement through our programs.

Can I transfer my credits to a four-year college or university?

Yes! Our associate degree programs are designed to be flexible enough to transfer to a wide variety of colleges and universities with no loss of credits. However, each individual college has its own unique program. We encourage you to select a four-year school as soon as possible. This will allow you to learn the transfer college’s program requirements so that you can take the proper classes at HACC.

We offer the complete program at our Harrisburg and York campuses. You can complete the program on a part-time or full-time basis.

Does HACC offer scholarships?

Yes! Through the HACC Foundation, there are scholarships available. Please visit hacc.edu/scholarships for details and deadlines.

When can I apply?

We offer classes in the spring, summer and fall. You can submit your application online anytime by visiting our website. When you apply, make sure you include program code 4750 with your application. This code is specific to the Electrical Technology Program, and it will ensure you apply to the correct one.